Summer is here, temperatures are rising... Why not explore a fun, refreshing activity to share with your dog? Recreational water rescue is more than just a game; it's an educational adventure that strengthens the bond between you and your dog.
What is recreational water rescue?
Inspired by the working disciplines of water rescue dogs, recreational water rescue is a gentle and accessible version designed for all dogs (and all humans!), without any competitive goals. It is a canine leisure activity where you teach your dog, step by step, to retrieve a floating toy, tow a buoy, or even bring back a human in "distress"… all with respect, safety, and good humor!
Accessible to all dogs that love water and retrieving, this practice is experienced with joy, respect, and camaraderie.
A comprehensive activity with numerous benefits
1. Physical benefits, without impact
Swimming is a gentle discipline for the joints while being extremely effective. The dog strengthens its muscles, develops its endurance, coordination, and improves its overall physical condition… all without shocks or strain.
2. A mental workout and a real mission
In water rescue, the dog does not just run or play: it thinks, analyzes, adapts, and follows commands. It is a participant in the activity, entrusted with a rewarding mission that meets its need for utility. This makes it more fulfilled, calmer, and more stable in daily life.
3. A boost of confidence and resilience
This activity places the dog in a position of success. It learns to manage its emotions, to navigate a new aquatic environment, and to overcome mini-challenges. The result: a more confident, mentally stronger dog, capable of better handling life's surprises.
4. A visible improvement in behavior
A fulfilled dog is a calmer dog. By addressing its physical, mental, and emotional needs, water rescue helps to reduce undesirable behaviors related to frustration, boredom, or lack of stimulation. You gain harmony in your daily life.
5. A strengthened bond between you and your dog
Here, we work together. No pressure, no competition: just you and your dog, in the water, learning to trust each other. Water rescue is a true cooperative activity that strengthens the bond, communication, and camaraderie between you.
What if you started right now?
I created the online program "I Introduce My Dog to Rescue – Everything to Get Started Right" to allow everyone to discover this wonderful activity, step by step, from the comfort of your home, independently.
What you will find there:
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Detailed explanatory videos that are easy to follow
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A clear progression, using a positive and kind method
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Demonstrations of my canine students: Sia, Chuck, Ash, Togo, Niève, and Groot
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Unlimited 24/7 access on all your devices
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Access to a private Facebook group to ask your questions, share your videos, and receive my personalized advice
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And the achievement of a certificate of completion at the end of the program!
My approach
I am Vanessa Pelletier, a certified dog trainer and founder of 1 life 2 dogs, specializing in canine aquatic and scent activities. For several years, I have trained dozens of dogs in recreational water rescue, using respectful, kind, and accessible methods for everyone, in the exceptional natural setting of the Verdon Gorges.
I am convinced that a dog's well-being comes from shared activities that make sense for both them and you. And water rescue is a perfect example of this.
Join the adventure now
Give your dog a meaningful, enjoyable, and beneficial summer activity! Accessible, playful, rewarding, and gentle, water rescue could transform your relationship and your companion's daily life.
👉 Click here to discover the program and start the aquatic adventure with your dog:
